Step 1 – Outline the Work to Implement the RMP · Outline Introduction History Overview of 3-Step...

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Step 1 – Outline the Work to Implement the RMP

1.1 Introduction

Plan Implementation Strategy, Module 1 (1610-03A)

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Implementation StrategyOutline Introduction

History

Overview of 3-Step Process

Overview of Worksheet

How to do Step 1

Next Steps

Upon completion of this module, you should be able to:

List the projects/management actions/tasks needed to implement your RMP over the next 3 to 5 years

Identify Project Element Codes for each project/management action/task

Identify geographic location for each project/management action/task

Objectives

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Materials Needed

Participant Guide

ROD for your RMP

Final RMP (1 per table)

Other signed decisions for plans not in the ROD

Computer (1 per table)

* Make sure everyone can see/hear the video*

Development

Implementation

Monitoring

Evaluation

Planning Cycle

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History/BackgroundNeed For Change BLM wasn’t effective in competing for

funds

Congress provided funds for BLM to revise plans

Congress wanted to see the plans used, not sit on a shelf

BLM developed strategy to tie RMPs to DOI Strategic Plan goals

Evolving Process Initial iteration of the strategy was piloted in

3 offices (AZ, OR, NM)

Strategy has evolved over time

OMB report: BLM scored poorly in implementing its plans

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More than 40 workshops completed prior to the revised 3-step process

Results from a BLM survey + reduced travel $$ led to changes in the implementation process

Evolving Process (Cont.)

Plan Implementation Strategy: Advantages to the BLM

Field offices develop a shared understanding of what is needed to implement a Resource Management Plan

Compels the office to determine priorities that: Identify current workload as affected by the RMP

Identify budget strategies to address future priorities

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Provides tools to better negotiate workload priorities and budget needs

Improves ability to track progress and evaluate RMP effectiveness

Plan Implementation Strategy: Advantages to the BLM (Cont.)

Strengthens partnerships by building shared understanding of management priorities and resource needs

Allows potential partners to understand where to most effectively assist on BLM’s goals and objectives

Plan Implementation Strategy: Advantages to the Public

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Helps align BLM priorities with those of its partners

Builds a permanent record of how the BLM is meeting its commitments from the RMP

Plan Implementation Strategy: Advantages to the Public (Cont.)

1.2 Overview of 3‐step Process


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Identify the work to

implement the RMP

Prioritize the projects

(next 3-5 years)

Schedule priority projects

Integrate with budget and communication strategies

3-Step Process

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Staying Fresh

Development

Implementation

Monitoring

Evaluation

1.3 Overview of the Worksheet


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Nat

ura

l Res

ou

rces

Physical Resources

Air

Water

Soil

Geological

Biological Resources

Forest and Woodland Health

Grasslands and Shrub Lands

Riparian/Wetlands

Invasive/Non-native Species

Fish and Wildlife

Special Status Species

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Her

itag

e R

eso

urc

es

Cultural/ Paleontological

Resources

CulturalResources

Paleontological Resources

Special Designations

ACECs

Wild & Scenic Rivers

National Trails

Wilderness & WSAs

Wild Horse & Burros

En

erg

y &

Min

eral

s

Energy Resources

Oil & Gas

Coal

Oil Shale & Tar Sands

Renewable Energy

Mineral Resources

Locatable

Saleable

Non-energy Leasable

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Liv

esto

ck M

anag

emen

t

& F

ore

st P

rod

uct

sLivestock

ManagementEnhancing Livestock

Management

Forest Products

Commercial Sales

Vegetative Sales

Rec

reat

ion

& T

rave

l M

anag

emen

t Recreation

SRMA

ERMA

Area-wide

Travel

Management

Facilities

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Dir

ect

Co

mm

un

ity

Ser

vice

s

Fire Management

Wildfire Management

Access

Land Tenure

Land Use

Unauthorized Use

Public Safety

Law Enforcement

Hazardous Waste

Abandoned Mine Lands

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ResourcesandPrograms(TalktoyourstateP&ECtomake

anychanges)

Projects,ManagementActions,Tasks(fromRMP)

PEs

Where

Priority

Magnitude

FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16

CrossReference

FireManagement

WildfireManagement

Access

LandTenure

LandUse(ROWs)

UnauthorizedUse

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3Filled in for you

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Types of Work to Accomplish Outcomes (with PE Codes)1. Provide outreach - A codes

2. Assess / Inventory condition / Status - B & C codes

3. Perform planning - D codes

4. Authorize use - E, F, and GA – GR codes

5. Implement BLM-initiated actions – GS - GY, H, I, J, K codes

6. Perform monitoring - L & M codes

7. Manage compliance - N & O codes

8. Manage work / Partnership & community relations - P codes

See “Types of Work to Accomplish Outcomes” Checklist in your Participant Guide

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1 & 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13


anychanges)


PEs

Where

Priority

Magnitude


CrossReference

FireManagement

WildfireManagement

Access

LandTenure

LandUse(ROWs)

UnauthorizedUse


Using PE Codes: ExampleExample: Vegetation treatments might include

the following PE Codes:

DF – Plan for Interdisciplinary Activities (number)JM – Implement Fuels Treatments Outside WUI

Using Prescribed Fires (acres)JB - Construct Shrub/Grass/PJ/Forest ProjectsMT – Monitor Fuels Treatment (acres)

WUI = Wildland-Urban Interface areaPJ = Piñon-Juniper

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Where –Column 5

Is there a specific geographic area this project applies to?

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anychanges)


PEs

Where

Priority

Magnitude


CrossReference

FireManagement

WildfireManagement

Access

LandTenure

LandUse(ROWs)

UnauthorizedUse


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Sample vs. Example Spreadsheeto Don’t confuse the Sample Spreadsheet with

the Example Spreadsheet

o The Sample Spreadsheet is a 1-page illustration of the columns, color-coded by step

o The Example Spreadsheet is a filled-out spreadsheet that you can use as an example when doing your own plan implementation strategy

o Both are in your participant guide

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anychanges)


PEs

Where

Priority

Magnitude


CrossReference

FireManagement

WildfireManagement

Access

LandTenure

LandUse(ROWs)

UnauthorizedUse


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1 & 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13


anychanges)


PEs

Where

Priority

Magnitude


CrossReference

FireManagement

WildfireManagement

Access

LandTenure

LandUse(ROWs)

UnauthorizedUse


1 & 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13


anychanges)


PEs

Where

Priority

Magnitude


CrossReference

FireManagement

WildfireManagement

Access

LandTenure

LandUse(ROWs)

UnauthorizedUse


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1.4 How to do Step 1


Describing the Work

Start each item in Column 3 with an action verb (e.g. construct, monitor, remove)

Make it as detailed as possible for future users

Avoid acronyms, jargon, shorthand

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Riparian Example

Connect to specific RMP goal or objective

Include specific geographic area to help with priority-setting

Describing the Work (Cont.)

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Have small groups present their resource(s) to the entire ID Team

Modify as identified through discussion (e.g. add what’s missing, delete redundancies, edit to clarify)

Populate the cross reference section

Reporting Out

1.5 Examples:

Taos Field Office


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Biggest challenge: translating RMP decisions to day-to-day tasks or actions

Solution: use the example spreadsheet for ideas on wording

Becoming familiar with the PE codes also helped

Challenge/Solution

Grass/Shrub Example

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Fish and Wildlife Example

ACEC Example

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Energy/Minerals Example

SRMA Example

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Travel Management Example

Land Tenure Example

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Abandoned Mine Lands Example

1.6 Example:

Casper Field Office


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Challenge: Additional workload to populate matrix, getting buy-in from staff

Solution: Used core team for 1st draft

Benefit: Cooperators eager to participate

Casper RMP - Challenges

Challenge: Complexity of matrix.

Solution: Simplify matrix as time goes on and we learn more


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Challenge: Even a well thought-out implementation plan doesn’t guarantee we’ll get all the resources we need

Solution: Manage expectations


Casper RMP - Benefits Productive dialogue with partners

Useful tool for long-term staffing & operational needs

Demonstrate accomplishments to public

Demonstrate commitment to cooperators

Increase trust

Initial effort is significant, but it’s worth it!

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1.7 Example:

Agua Fria and Bradshaw‐Harquahala RMPs

(Agua Fria National Monument and

Hassayampa [AZ] Field Office)


Agua Fria National Monument & Bradshaw/Harquahala RMPs -Benefits

Combining National Monument and Field Office plans into one Implementation Plan resulted in good level of detail

Implementation plan reflects how we do work

– In an integrated, interdisciplinary way

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1.8 Conclusion and Next Steps


Tips for the ID Team

Save your work early and often!

Review plan goals, objectives and decisions before starting Step 1

– Especially if you didn’t help develop

the RMP

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Tips for Field Managers & Monument Managers

Your involvement and leadership is crucial!

Provide big picture perspective

Serve as a facilitator

Keep staff engaged throughout process

Start early

Be flexible

Involve cooperators in priority setting

Establish a schedule

Tips for Field Managers & Monument Managers

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Next Steps

Initiate Step 1

Seek help when needed

Fill in columns 3, 4, and 5

Report-out to entire team & finalize worksheet (Step 1)

Send to BLM State Office P&EC for approval

Get started on Step 2!

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